Bermuda’s National Robotics Team, the Bermy Bots, has travelled to Atlanta, Georgia, to compete in the 2026/27 FIRST Tech Challenge season.
A spokesperson said, “And they’re off! Bermuda’s National Robotics Team, the Bermy Bots, is headed to Atlanta, Georgia, to compete in the first meet of the 2026/27 FIRST Tech Challenge [FTC] season. Supported by Connectech Coding, the team will take on some of the strongest robotics programs in the United States as they begin their push toward the FIRST World Championship.
Back row: Keeliah Caines, Ryan McLean, Ethan Getizo, Kale Simons; front row: Keirsen Caines, Joy Yammine, Ava Simons, Aleshka Urrutia, Coral Wells
“The trip opens with two days of building and mentorship alongside championship level teams and mentors that include Georgia Tech alumni, aerospace engineers, and former NASA employees, with full access to professional fabrication equipment and practice fields.
“On Saturday, October 24, the team competes in its first league meet. Results from the season’s meets build each team’s ranking ahead of the league tournament and the state championship in February, the road that leads to Worlds.
“The team earned this trip on and off the field. Last weekend, the students hosted a free robot building and block coding workshop for children ages 9 to 14, giving back to the community as part of their commitment to the program.
“The team is led by captain Joy Yammine and travels with Connectech Founder and Executive Director Coral Wells. Connectech invites all of Bermuda to get behind the team. Follow their journey on Instagram at @Connectechbda and help cheer them on. For more information, visit www.connectech.bm or email info@connectechcoding.com.”
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